Set out on a playful, family-friendly exploration of Lake Geneva’s shore to discover local biodiversity. Children and parents hunt for natural treasures, follow clues left by plants and animals, and make simple land art using found materials. The session mixes observation, hands-on creativity and storytelling to spark curiosity, sensory awareness and teamwork in an outdoor setting.
In French. Kids ages 8 and up.
Jump into a cozy creative space where tiny hands make colorful shapes and soft sounds fill the air. Inspired by museum artworks, children and their adults will explore textures, colors, and gentle movements through play, stories, and simple crafts. Little ones will experiment with finger paints, fabrics, and instruments, discovering how art can feel and sound. This immersive, multisensory moment encourages curiosity, sensory play, and bonding between child and grown-up.
In French. Kids ages 0–4.
The Biopark is temporarily hosting Janus, a unique two-headed Greek tortoise, during the renovation of the Museum. Each head of this male tortoise has its own independent brain, which sometimes makes its movements challenging. In captivity, Janus receives attentive care, resulting in an impressive lifespan of 26 years.
Les Estivales is the Conservatoire de Musique de Genève’s summer academy, offering children and teenagers an inspiring week where intensive musical learning meets the joy of the holiday season. Through individual lessons, chamber music, orchestra, ensemble playing, and creative workshops led by the Conservatoire’s experienced faculty, young musicians develop their skills in a stimulating and supportive environment. Complemented by outdoor activities and a final public concert, Les Estivales combines artistic excellence, collaboration, and fun, creating an unforgettable experience that nurtures both musical growth and lasting friendships. Info and booking: estivales@cmg.ch
For kids and teenagers.
Follow Fritz, a devoted municipal gardener whose orderly routine is upended when an odd little cabin appears in the park. Marguerite, a whimsical and endearing character, lives there with Toni, her pet fish. From this unlikely cohabitation springs a comic encounter of mishaps, pratfalls and absurd situations where tiny gestures trigger cascading consequences. Performed by a duo of clowns, this wordless show blends visual humour, slapstick and tender moments for the whole family.
Kids ages 3 and up.
Explore the playful world of Édouard Manceau through lively storytime and a hands-on craft session. Children will listen to colourful picture books, enjoy animated readings led by librarians, and build a painted cardboard puppet to take home. The workshop encourages imagination, fine motor skills and creative play with bright shapes and textures. Sessions combine listening, drawing and simple cutting and assembly in a calm, friendly setting.
In French. Kids ages 4 and up.
Explore the pond to discover who lives beneath the surface. Search for dragonflies, frogs and newts, and learn about curious water creatures like backswimmers, hydrophilids and diving beetles. Listen to short readings, make careful observations with magnifiers, and play gentle games that reveal how the watery world works. Feel cool breezes, spot ripples and bright wings as David and Chloé guide curious kids through this lively, splashy ecosystem.
In French. Kids ages 4–10.
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